Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Pratiksha Amin DMD collects, uses, and protects your personal and health information. By using our services, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Personal Information

When you visit our office or use our services, we may collect the following personal information:

Name, date of birth, and contact details
Government-issued identification
Insurance and payment details
Emergency contact information
Medical history, treatment plans, and prescriptions
Communications with our team, including any dental-related interactions

B. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website or patient portal, we may also collect:

IP address and browser type
Cookies and tracking tools
Website usage data (time spent, navigation)

C. SMS Opt-In Information

If you opt in to receive SMS messages from us, we collect:

Phone number
Consent to receive text messages

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide Medical Care: To deliver dental care services, coordinate your treatment, and manage your records.
Process Payments: To process payments, file insurance claims, and manage billing.
Meet Legal Requirements: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and reporting obligations.
Improve Our Services: To enhance the quality of care and our practice operations.
Communicate With You: To send appointment reminders, health updates, and practice communications.
Ensure Public Health and Safety: To report communicable diseases or comply with public health mandates when required by law.
Send SMS Messages: To send appointment confirmations, reminders, and care-related updates when you have opted in.

3. How We Share Your Information

Pratiksha Amin DMD does not sell your personal information. We may share it only in the following circumstances:

Your Healthcare Team: Specialists, labs, pharmacies, or other providers involved in your care.
Your Insurance Provider: To process and verify coverage for dental services rendered.
Legal Authorities: When required by law, court order, or government regulation.
Third-Party Vendors: Service providers who assist with operations, bound by strict confidentiality agreements.
Authorized Individuals: Individuals you have authorized in writing to access your information.
SMS Messaging Providers: To facilitate SMS communications on our behalf. Your information is never shared for marketing purposes.

4. Your Rights Under HIPAA

As a patient, you have the following rights under HIPAA:

Access: Request copies of your dental records and health information.
Correction: Request corrections to inaccurate or incomplete records.
Restrictions: Request restrictions on certain uses or disclosures of your information.
Confidential Contact: Request that we contact you through a preferred method or location.
Filing a Complaint: You may file a complaint with our Privacy Officer or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services if you believe your rights have been violated.
Opting Out of SMS: Reply STOP to any SMS message to opt out at any time.

5. How We Keep Your Information Safe

We take the security of your information seriously and have implemented the following safeguards:

Encryption of electronic records and transmissions
Strict access controls limiting who can view your information
Regular security reviews and staff training
Secure online portals for patient communications

While we take every precaution, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and report any suspicious activity immediately.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking tools to improve your experience and analyze site traffic. You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies, though some features of the site may not function as intended.

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Pratiksha Amin DMD reserves the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Significant changes will be communicated via our website or in-office notices. Continued use of our services constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your rights, please contact us:

Pratiksha Amin DMD — Privacy Officer

‍12110 Murphy Rd Suite A, Stafford, TX 77477 | (281) 495-9300